Costa del Sol
Andalusian beach region
Costa del Sol is a coastal region in southern Spain along the Mediterranean, stretching through Málaga province.
The name means "Coast of the Sun" in Spanish.
Known for beaches, golf courses, and resort towns like Marbella and Torremolinos, it became a major tourist destination in the mid-20th century: We spent two weeks on the Costa del Sol.
Spain's southernmost autonomous community
- MalagaAndalusian provincial capital
- MarbellaSpanish seaside resort city
- GibraltarBritish overseas territory, Iberian
- Sierra NevadaWestern U.S. mountain range
Fine rock particles
- shorelineLand-water boundary
- coastlineLand-water boundary
- covesSheltered coastal indentations
- sunbathingDeliberate exposure to rays
parasols · promenade · marina · pier · boardwalk · palm trees · seagulls · waves
People taking leisure trips
- sightseeingVisiting places of interest
- excursionsBrief recreational journeys
- day tripsShort journeys returning home
- tour busesVehicles for traveling performers
expats · retirees · souvenirs · guidebooks · travel agents · package holidays · high season · itineraries
Direct rays from above
- mild wintersSeasons with gentle cold
- hot summersWarm-weather periods with high temperatures
- clear skiesAbsence of cloud cover
- sea breezeWind from ocean to land
warm temperatures · dry season · outdoor living · sunscreen · sunglasses · sunhat · heat · blue skies
Rhythmic Spanish dance style
- tapasSpanish appetizer assortment
- sangriaFruited wine punch
- fiestasFestive cultural celebrations
- bullfightingCombat sport with bovines
Picasso · gazpacho · paella · bodegas · markets · old towns · plazas · siestas
Commercial lodging establishments
- villasLarge country residences
- all-inclusiveCovering every element
- golf coursesManicured grounds for putting
- spasWellness treatment facilities
pools · balconies · sea views · amenities · concierge · hospitality · apartments · timeshares
Andalusia
Spain's southernmost autonomous community
sand
Fine rock particles
sunbathing · parasols · promenade · marina · pier · boardwalk · palm trees · seagulls · waves · snorkeling
vacationers
People taking leisure trips
- sightseeingVisiting places of interest
- excursionsBrief recreational journeys
- day tripsShort journeys returning home
tour buses · expats · retirees · souvenirs · guidebooks · travel agents · package holidays · high season · itineraries · attractions
sunshine
Direct rays from above
- mild wintersSeasons with gentle cold
- hot summersWarm-weather periods with high temperatures
- clear skiesAbsence of cloud cover
sea breeze · warm temperatures · dry season · outdoor living · sunscreen · sunglasses · sunhat · heat · blue skies
flamenco
Rhythmic Spanish dance style
bullfighting · Picasso · gazpacho · paella · bodegas · markets · old towns · plazas · siestas · paseo
hotels
Commercial lodging establishments
- villasLarge country residences
- all-inclusiveCovering every element
- golf coursesManicured grounds for putting
spas · pools · balconies · sea views · amenities · concierge · hospitality · apartments · timeshares · beachfront
- destinationsParis, Hawaii, Rome, Maldives, Santorini
- SpainMadrid, Barcelona, Sevilla, Valencia, Granada
- European CoastsAmalfi Coast, Atlantic Coast, French Riviera, Italian Riviera, Algarve
- Mediterranean Coastbeach, cliff, harbor, port, cove
- AndalusiaSeville, Sevilla, Granada, Malaga, Cadiz
- IberiaAndalusia, Aragon, Asturias, Basque Country, Castile
Costa del SolScottish Highlands
Mountainous northern Britain
Norwegian fjords · Faroe Islands · Shetland Islands · Svalbard · Murmansk
Costa del SolWild Atlantic Way
Irish coastal scenic highway
Faroe Islands · untouched wilderness · Côte d'Azur · Amalfi Coast · Scottish Highlands